cheap(ish) eats for last few months in LA

I recently realized that I will not be in Los Angeles for much longer, as I will move back home after I graduate in May, and I have not yet even come close to exploring all the good foods LA has to offer. Does anyone have any recommendations for great restaurants on a college student budget? Close to the USC area would be great, but if it's worth it, I'm willing to drive far.Thanks!

Dim Sum in the SGV area - close enough from USC and doubtful you'll find a replica outside of LA.

Banana Leaf at the Farmer's Market on third. It's great Singaporean food. or just explore the food establishments in the Farmer's Market. They're not all great, but it's fun to explore all the choices.

GINGERGRASSin Silverlake on Glendale blvd/Silverlake blvd, just across the street from Silverlake Wine.They have great food, fresh and clean...it's like Cal-Vietnam type food...great beers and wine too. Great portions, great quality produce. Great for meat eaters and veggies...great enrgy in the space.Prices $4-$18

VIET NOODLE BAR (or noodle house, not quite sure)on Gelndale blvd in Atwater Village.Love this new little place...super cheap but super good and super clean. Huge communal table and a wall of books for those who like to eat while they read some yummy aromatic food. prices from $3-$10

IZAYOIin Littel Tokyo on Central between 1st and 2nd.Go for lunch for the specials...same great quality food but at an amazing price.Night time, if you don't order sushi (it gets mighty pricey in the evening) order of the amazing fried goodies/apps menu and get some great beer and sake...you'll have had a great night out without breaking the bank.